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Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South by train

First train

05:33

Last train

18:08

Departure station

Stratford-upon-Avon

Arrival station

Dorchester South

Journey time

From 4h 31m

Distance

107 miles (173 km)

Changes

2 changes

Price

From £53.90

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Chiltern Railways

How to travel from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Stratford-upon-Avon and Dorchester South, which usually take 4 hours 53 minutes to complete the 107 miles (173 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 31 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Dorchester South by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Chiltern Railways are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South start from £53.90 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Dorchester South? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Stratford-upon-Avon and Dorchester South by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South is 4 hours and 31 minutes.

How much does the train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South cost?

Train ticket prices from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South can start from as little as £53.90 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.

Is there a direct train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South?

No, there are no direct train services from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South. Travelling from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South leave?

The first train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South leaves at 05:33. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South leave?

The last train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South leaves at 18:08. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Stratford-upon-Avon and Dorchester South by train?

Trains travelling from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South cover a distance of around 107 miles (173 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South

Train tickets from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dorchester South start at £53.90 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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